Geographer 3

First Tek, Inc.

Portland, OR

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Analysis Software, Android, Application Programming Interface (API), ArcGIS, Auditing, Cartography, Cloud Computing, Communication Systems, Construction, Construction Projects, Contract Creation, Contract Review, Data Collection, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Processing, Data Quality, Data Sets, Data Storage, Database Administration, Database Design, Database Optimization, Database Technology, Desktop PC, Document Management, Driver's License, ESRI, Editing, Employee Orientation, Forecasting, GPS (Global Positioning System), Geodesy, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Geospatial Analysis, HTML (HyperText Markup Language), Identify Issues, Image Processing, Industry Standards, Internet Portal, JavaScript, Leadership, Legal, Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR)\Laser Detection and Ranging (LADAR), Metadata, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Visual Basic, Microsoft Word, Natural Resources, Navigation Systems, Perl Programming Language, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Services, Program Planning, Programming Tools, Project Evaluation, Project Tracking, Publications, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Control Methodology, Receivers, Record Keeping, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Research & Development (R&D), Resource Management, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Administration, Software Development, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Spatial Data, Standards Development, Statement of Work (SOW), Systems Administration/Management, Technical Leadership, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Urban Planning, Web Programming, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Portland, OR

POSTED

29 days ago

ASSIGNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Note: All official drafts, documents and recommendations, as listed below, must be reviewed, finalized and approved / accepted by appropriate BPA manager or other federal personnel with the authority to do so.

Provides SDE enterprise GIS cultural geodatabase administration and maintenance functions within scope and authority of non-IT GIS personnel to validate optimal database integrity and performance. This includes the development and maintenance of documents related to data management and multi-user version editing workflow processes, procedures, and tools to provide training and guidance for cultural staff.

Maintains technically complex GIS projects in support of cultural resource legal compliance for BPA transmission construction projects, fiber optic projects, communication system projects, land management and environmental projects, Fish and Wildlife Program projects and operation and maintenance of the Federal Columbia River Power System (FCRPS). Support includes project specific spatial analysis, design, and preparation of publication-quality cartographic and tabular report products.

Promotes multiple long-range GIS/database priorities for cultural resource programs. Coordinates and tracks projects, workload forecasting, and work assignments for FCRPS operations and maintenance work, and for Area of Potential Effects and public notification maps related to a wide variety of Transmission, Fish and Wildlife, and FCRPS Cultural Resources Program projects.

Assists with the creation and maintenance of an enterprise-wide set of standard ArcGIS feature classes specific to the cultural resources group, that include standard schemas, projection, symbology, database query statements and current metadata.

Develops, configures and administers ArcGIS Online cloud-based web mapping portal environment using industry standard web and software development tools and scripting languages.

Maintains and updates an enterprise mobile data collection workflow using off-network Android tablets, Trimble R1 Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), Global Positions Systems (GPS) receivers and ArcGIS Online (AGOL) off-premises hosted services.

Performs geographic analyses, including but not limited to viewsheds, spatial joins, proximity analysis, buffer creation, optimal path and resource allocation, and point and linear event processing with dynamic segmentation.

Maintains geospatial databases and schemas and validates data quality and integrity using automated and manual techniques to enter, edit, and process data sets.

Creates advanced geoprocessing models and/or scripts to assist in data collection, storage, integration, visualization, and retrieval and analyses using automated techniques.

Develops custom web mapping applications using industry standard software development tools (HTML) and scripting languages such as JavaScript, Visual Basic, Perl, etc. to support project specific visualization and status reporting portals. May also include the use of version control systems to manage and document code revisions.

Prepares and maintains metadata of newly created data sets to track the source, scale, currency and other pertinent geographic information, as well as any modifications to the data set.

Publishes map services of spatially enabled datasets to facilitate program level planning, estimating, and reporting in ArcGIS Server for on premise data hosting.

Serves as liaison to BPA's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) department for integration of cultural resource program's GIS/GPS data with GIS department data. Also serves as technical point of contact for cultural resource GIS and database contracts.

Develops, tests, and maintains MS Access relational databases.

Designs logical/physical data models using MS Visio.

Drafts and maintains schema and metadata standards for cultural resource GIS contract deliverables. Reviews draft contract statements of work and resulting deliverables for consistency with established standards. Alerts BPA manager (or designee) of any inconsistencies or potential issues.

Prepares and maintains BPA GIS datasets for external data sharing agreements and requests.

Provides demonstrations, presentations, and related documentation to BPA staff and partners across the region. Also provides technical guidance and user training to external partners and BPA staff as requested.

Supports the timely delivery of data between Geospatial Services and other organizational units used in the design, acquisition, and construction of BPA's Transmission facilities, Fish and Wildlife mitigation projects, and operation and maintenance of the FCRPS.

Trains staff on web mapping applications (eGIS and AGOL), SAS applications (Collector for ArcGIS) as well as desktop ESRI clients (ArcMap, ArcCatalog).

Provides support for EH staff in the field when requested, which could involve travel and overnight stays.

Marks documents and maintains filing system(s), files, emails and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Shares and disperses documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose [LGP] to know). Marks and maintains all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validates official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix)

A Bachelor's degree in Geography, Cartography, Natural Resources, Landscape Architecture, and Environmental, Urban or Regional Planning, with a strong emphasis in computer assisted spatial analysis or a related field, is highly preferred.

6 years of experience is required with an applicable Bachelor's degree.

8 years of experience is required with an applicable Associate's degree,

10 years of experience is required without a degree or applicable degree.

Experience should be directly related to GIS Support and include providing professional GIS services utilizing computerized data capture, storage, and analysis.

Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix)

Expertise in integrated GIS/GPS principles, systems and technologies, data collection techniques and expert understanding of geodesy and datum transformations.

Ability to develop, maintain and modify geo-processing models and/or scripts, design and maintain geographic and relational databases, design, and implement complex spatial analyses.

Ability to diagnose and resolve spatial data discrepancies, such as correcting datums, coordinating systems, and projections.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Proficiency with GIS mapping and analytics software, preferably ESRI products, such as ArcGIS platforms (ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro), extensions (such as ArcGIS Spatial Analyst and ArcGIS Editor), app development (such as ArcGIS StoryMaps and ArcGIS API for Python [or other scripting language]), and field data collection (such as ArcGIS FieldMaps, QuickCapture, Survey123, or Collector).

Ability to lead or train technicians or related staff in the conduct of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analytical procedures.

Ability to lead in the research and development of automated geospatial analytical approaches that best provide problem solving solutions.

Proven experience working with GPS technology including data collection, post-processing, integration with ArcGIS software, troubleshooting, and the ability to resolve technical GPS issues.

Knowledge of spatial data standards and QA/QC methodology.

Solid GIS data editing skills and knowledge.

Demonstrated ability to develop, maintain, and modify geo-processing models and scripts, design and maintain geographic and relational databases, design and implement complex geographic analyses.

Experience working with sensitive cultural resource site and survey data (or data with similar sensitivity) in GIS.

Preferred Skills & Experience (optional on matrix)

GISP (Geographic Information Systems Professional) certification.

Knowledge and experience with building MS Access databases.

Basic knowledge of image processing, remote sensing, and LiDAR data mediums.

Intermediate knowledge with SharePoint functionality.

Working knowledge of Python or similar scripting language.

Working knowledge of (HTML) and scripting languages such as JavaScript, Visual Basic, Perl, sufficient to develop custom web mapping applications.

Additional Requirements (not required on matrix)
Valid U.S. Driver's License is required.

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